Celebrate Creativity & Impact in Arts Education
Honoring Excellence. Elevating Impact. Advancing Equity in Arts Education.
From student creators to transformative educators and school champions, we celebrate the voices, leadership, and artistry that drive access to the arts across our state.
Student Spotlights
We share opportunities to showcase the creativity, identity, and voices of students across New Jersey.
Features:
- Virtual Arts Gallery
- Performance Opportunities
- NJSBA + Arts Ed NJ: Student Art Exhibit
Submit Student Artwork to be included in our Galleries
Performance & Exhibition Opportunities for Students
Performance Opportunities: Coming Soon
- Opportunities to be announced regularly on this page and in our newsletter.
NJSBA Visual Art Exhibit (Annual):
Celebrate student artists at the New Jersey School Boards Association Workshop in Atlantic City.
- Exhibit Dates: October 20-23, 2025
- Submit visual art and digital performances by September 30, 2025.
New Jersey Governor’s Awards in Arts Education
The highest honor for student artists and educators in NJ.
- Recognizing excellence in visual art, music, dance, theater, media, leadership, and advocacy.
Celebrate Arts Education All Year Long
Key Campaigns & Themes:
- Youth Art Month – March
Council for Art Education - Music in Our Schools Month – March
NAfME MIOSM - Theatre in Our Schools Month – March
EdTA – TIOS - Dance in Our Schools Month – March
National Dance Education Organization
- March is Arts in Our Schools Month – New Jersey statewide focus
Arts Ed NJ – March Campaigns - National Arts in Education Week – September (2nd week)
Americans for the Arts
Statewide Opportunities for Students & Educators
Get Connected: Join New Jersey’s Arts Education Network
Build community. Grow professionally. Advocate for the arts.
Whether you're a student, educator, or arts administrator, these statewide associations offer powerful opportunities for connection, celebration, and impact.
Don’t see your association listed below? Email us to get added!
Visual Arts
Theatre & Speech
Music
Dance
Arts Leadership & Advocacy
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Your support helps us advocate for policy change, provide professional development, conduct essential research, and celebrate the achievements of students and educators across New Jersey. Together, we can ensure arts education for every child, every day, every year.